Flying from Melbourne to Houston: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Houston taking off from here.
Step off your plane in Houston at Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).
Houston's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Houston 17 hours behind Melbourne.
Leave plenty of time to make your Melbourne to Houston flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Houston
To find cheap Melbourne to Houston flights, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your plane ticket from Melbourne to Houston.
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Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
We make it simple to book a Melbourne to Houston flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Sydney Airport (SYD)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to Houston? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 63% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) to central Houston takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Houston. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Pick up a Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport rental car and explore Houston and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are top providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Houston flight.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Central Houston is approximately 16 kilometres from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). As soon as your flight from Melbourne to Houston has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 50 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near HOU. Kick back after your Melbourne to Houston flight at one of these perfectly located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or slow-moving taxi lines. Grab a Houston Hobby Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HOU will help you save.
You can find Houston Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Houston. July is the busiest month for a trip to Houston. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in September.
When booking your Melbourne to Houston tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 40ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Melbourne to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC and 19ºC.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Houston, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Audrey Jones Beck Building at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection are attractions you won't want to skip in Houston.
Explore more of the United States
Houston will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a trip to San Antonio will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like San Antonio River Walk, Selena Quintanilla Mural and Historic Market Square.
Dallas is another essential stop in the United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No journey is complete without seeing Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.